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Islamic Table
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for sale €4,680     $5,080
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Islamic Table

19th century
Description

This delightful arabesque, hexagon shaped side table with cupboard is an outstanding example of islamic art. Profusely decorated with complex geometric inlay, floral arabesques and calligraphy using bone, mother of pearl and abalone shell. It is the true Islamic tradition. It is perfect - nothing can be taken from it or added!

The construction and decoration of the table reflect the belief of the make, consisting of geometric patterns, floral arabesques and calligraphy - no representation of human or animal is permitted.

The table is raised on six stepped architectural feet above which six unfitted Doric columns support the superstructure. One of the five noble orders of architecture the Doric column represents - reliability, strength and truth.

The hexagon (a six sided polygon) shaped table is a symbol of harmony, balance, strength and purity - the shape naturally occurs in nature. It represents the universe’s inherently symbolic order, imperium and infinities.

And there is more, as you enjoy this remarkable piece of furniture: Study the symbols and lift the veil of allegory, and more!

1st Quartar 19th Century

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Declaration

Carlton House Antiques has dated this Inlaid Islamic Side Table to the 19th Century.

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SA699376
Description
This delightful arabesque, hexagon shaped side table with cupboard is an outstanding example of islamic art.
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Profusely decorated with complex geometric inlay, floral arabesques and calligraphy using bone, mother of pearl and abalone shell.
Carlton House Antiques

It is the true Islamic tradition. It is perfect - nothing can be taken from it or added!

fig 1. An octagonal dark wood side table with intricate bone and mother-of-pearl geometric inlay, featuring carved horseshoe arches and turned legs at the base.
fig 1. Islamic Table

The construction and decoration of the table reflect the belief of the make, consisting of geometric patterns, floral arabesques and calligraphy - no representation of human or animal is permitted.

The table is raised on six stepped architectural feet above which six unfitted Doric columns support the superstructure. One of the five noble orders of architecture the Doric column represents - reliability, strength and truth.

fig 2. An octagonal dark wood side table with intricate bone and mother-of-pearl geometric inlay, featuring carved horseshoe arches and turned legs at the base.
fig 2. Islamic Table

The hexagon (a six sided polygon) shaped table is a symbol of harmony, balance, strength and purity - the shape naturally occurs in nature. It represents the universe’s inherently symbolic order, imperium and infinities.

And there is more, as you enjoy this remarkable piece of furniture: Study the symbols and lift the veil of allegory, and more!

1st Quartar 19th Century

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
43cm (16.93")
Date of Manufacture

Carlton House Antiques has dated this Inlaid Islamic Side Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA699376
Carlton House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2016
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An octagonal dark wood side table with intricate bone and mother-of-pearl geometric inlay, featuring carved horseshoe arches and turned legs at the base.
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Archive I An octagonal dark wood side table with intricate bone and mother-of-pearl geometric inlay, featuring carved horseshoe arches and turned legs at the base.

Islamic Table

Archive II An octagonal dark wood side table with intricate bone and mother-of-pearl geometric inlay, featuring carved horseshoe arches and turned legs at the base. View II
Archive III An octagonal dark wood side table with intricate bone and mother-of-pearl geometric inlay, featuring carved horseshoe arches and turned legs at the base. View III
Archive IV An octagonal dark wood side table with intricate bone and mother-of-pearl geometric inlay, featuring carved horseshoe arches and turned legs at the base. View IV
Archive V An octagonal dark wood side table with intricate bone and mother-of-pearl geometric inlay, featuring carved horseshoe arches and turned legs at the base. View V
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An octagonal dark wood side table with intricate bone and mother-of-pearl geometric inlay, featuring carved horseshoe arches and turned legs at the base.
Islamic Table
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An octagonal dark wood side table with intricate bone and mother-of-pearl geometric inlay, featuring carved horseshoe arches and turned legs at the base.
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  • ObjectSide Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleSyrian / Islamic Revival
  • MaterialHardwood, Bone, Mother-of-Pearl
  • ColourDark Brown and Cream
  • MotifsGeometric star inlay, Horseshoe arches, Octagonal top, Turned miniature columns
  • SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 43 cm (17 in)

This nineteenth-century Islamic Revival side table adopts a striking octagonal top shape and a dark brown and cream colour palette. Constructed from hardwood, bone, and mother-of-pearl, the piece displays intricate geometric star inlay, floral arabesques, and delicate bone panels set within carved frames. The lower section incorporates cutout horseshoe arches, small circular wooden door handles, stepped architectural feet, and turned miniature columns supporting the upper framework. With a height of 76 cm and a width of 43 cm, the table provides a compact footprint suited for placement at the end of a sofa or in a hallway corner as a decorative accent surface. Daily living spaces benefit from its enclosed cupboard storage and flat surface area, which accommodates lamps, books, or decorative objects while introducing rich textural pattern and traditional craftsmanship into an interior setting.

FAQs

Inlaid furniture originating from the Islamic world gained prominence in regions such as Syria, Egypt, and Ottoman Turkey, where artisans developed elaborate techniques in wood marquetry, parquetry, and mother-of-pearl embellishment from the 14th century onwards.

These tables are constructed using dense hardwoods such as walnut, rosewood, or ebony, combined with cut pieces of mother-of-pearl, bone, ivory, and brass wire to form geometric tessellations.

Authentic period examples feature hand-cut and slightly irregular inlay pieces, traditional pegged joinery, natural aged patination on the timber, and minor shrinkage lines around the inlaid geometric panels.

An inlaid side table serves as a strong accent piece when positioned beside clean-lined contemporary sofas or armchairs, adding texture and historical contrast to minimalist or eclectic spaces.

Keep the item in a climate-controlled environment away from direct heat sources to prevent timber movement, clean using a soft dry microfibre cloth, and avoid liquid cleaners that can loosen the organic adhesive holding the inlay.
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